Job Information
Tidelands Health Registered Nurse (RN) - Gastroenterology (GI) Motility in Georgetown, South Carolina
Employee Type:
PRN
Work Shift:
Day - 8 hour shift (United States of America)
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Position Summary : The Registered Nurse will perform GI related diagnostic test and procedures on patient which include but not limited to Esophageal Manometry, pH Impedance and Anorectal Manometry. This procedure includes passing a catheter through a patient's nose and into the esophagus and appropriately recording all measurements. This involves patient interview followed by studies that require placement of naso-esophageal and anorectal probes. Appropriately record all measurements, analyze and interpret the results for each procedure and provide this interpretation to physicians in a timely manner. Work with internal and external resources to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions. Develop and maintain relationships with product and service representatives from multiple medical equipment vendors. Work closely with the current lead Motility attending physician to work through issues and optimize patient flow. Calibrate manometry probes and hardware. Responsible for equipment inventory and maintenance. Act as primary triage contact for motility related questions and phone calls.
Identifying patient educational needs and work with other motility team members on the development of educational materials and educational programs. Assist with prior authorizations and providing comprehensive patient education. Communicate with physicians, technicians, and other multidisciplinary divisions. Coordinate complex patient care amongst the team and other divisions. Educate patient on procedure and interventions
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
▪ Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Degree received from an education institution accredited by National League of Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) preferred.
Experience:
▪ Previous Endoscopy or OR experience preferred.
Licensure/Certification:
▪ Current and in good standing RN Licensure with South Carolina Board of Nursing.
▪ American Heart Association Healthcare provider course with Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required to be initially completed with the TH Staff Development Office within 30 calendar days of hire date (exceptions to obtain certification from a provider other than the TH Staff Development Office are approved by Staff development on a case by case basis). BLS & ACLS Recertification is required every two years.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
▪ Ability to works with patients, families, physicians and other health care providers with a high level of customer service orientation required.
Physical Requirements : Light Physical Agility Test (PAT) Rating
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) required to stand, sit, and walk; frequently to use hands, fingers; and frequently to talk or hear. The employee must exert up to 15 pounds of force occasionally (activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time), and/or up to 5 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
May be exposed to infectious specimens, diseases, and soiled laundry.
Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.